Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Public Protection Service in Sefton. A busy and vibrant department undertaking statutory and regulatory functions across Environmental Health, Trading Standards and Licensing.
Responsibilities
* Deliver statutory functions in food safety and health & safety in the workplace.
* Investigate notifiable diseases and work in partnership with the UK Health Security Agency.
* Provide expert advice to businesses and council departments on compliance and best practice.
* Take enforcement action where necessary, including preparing statutory notices, prosecution files and attending court.
Qualifications
* Senior Technical Officer or Environmental Health Practitioner to undertake all operational aspects of the Food and Safety Teams work. Candidates should hold the Higher Certificate in Food Premises Inspection and ideally the Food Standards module (the post would also be suitable for a qualified Environmental Health Officer with EHORB registration).
Role Details
* Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
* Location: Magdalen House/Agile, Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
* Contract: Permanent
* Working Pattern: Part Time
* Hours: 18 hours per week
* DBS Check: No
* Closing Date: 19/02/2026 at 23:59
* Reference: HPP/26/329919
Additional Information
Sefton is the northern borough of Liverpool City Region with more than 273,000 residents. Boasting 22 miles of coastline, Sefton is a leading coastal tourist destination with a flourishing visitor economy. You will be working in a diverse and exciting borough with a world renowned racecourse and famous golf courses alongside National Trust nature reserves where people can enjoy a great work-life balance. Sefton is a vibrant local authority that is already on a journey toward Vision 2030, working with partners and communities to deliver a confident and connected Borough.
Notes
Closing date - Thursday 19th February. Provisional Interview Date - W/C Monday 16th March. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if there is a high volume of applicants.
Equality and Opportunity
Sefton Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, aiming to recognise, respect and value everyone’s identity and differences.
Careers Support
Please note, we do not accept CVs (unless specified on the advert). If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role. Consider registering for Sefton@work—call 0151 934 2610 or visit seftonatwork.net for more information.
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